Peta Ullmann EMTAS Manager New Arrivals Peta Ullmann EMTAS Manager
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Stage 2 Stage 3 Stage 1 Stage 4 BICS Basic Interpersonal Communication skills CALP Cognitive Academic Proficiency
Beginners in English need: A welcoming environment Comprehensible input Objects and visual cues Interaction with users of English Opportunities for output Meaningful activities Non –pressurised situation Supportive peers
Key Points Collect relevant background information Disseminate information to appropriate staff Parents/carers are informed about the school & education system with interpreting support where needed Teachers have time to plan for the welcome & integration of new pupils Additional support is planned & organised for settling in pupils Peer support is organised for class time & break periods
And.... Ensure that adults know how to pronounce the pupil’s name & inform pupils Equipment, resources & activities are planned to ensure welcome, support & inclusion The environment reflects & celebrates linguistic & cultural diversity A date is set to review progress after the first few weeks
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